Welcome to the Institute for Economic Development

IED Programs

Our Programs Institute Home Page The Institute for Economic Development's diverse programs facilitate economic, community and business development at the local, regional and national level. Click on a specific program for detailed information.			SBDC Rural Business Program Capacity building Community assessments Business advisory services Business planning SBDC National Information Clearinghouse Market research for SBDC counselors Online learning Industry research and trends Southwest Trade Adjustment Assistance Center Eligibility criteria for trade adjustment assistance Advocacy for manufacturing and service firms Services in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana Gulf Oil Spill Assistance: GOSDAA Startech Technology commercialization Enterprise formation Access to capital
South-West Texas Border SBDC Network One-on-one business counseling Research and market analysis Business skills training Ten locations in South, Central and West Texas San Antonio Small Business Development Center Confidential, 1-on-1 business counseling Business planning Financial analysis Loan packaging assistance Leadership and business training	SBDC Contracting Resource Center Business contractor services Employer services Veterans services Networking opportunities Women owned small business program Energy Saving Solutions Program (eS2) Sustainable business services SBDC International Trade Center Global trade consulting Market research Global business skills training Trade platform: SBDCGlobal.com	MBDA Business Center Management training and consulting Market research and strategic planning Government contracting and minority certifications Center for Community and Business Research Impact and feasibility studies Economic development research Market research Eagle Ford Shale Community Development Program Community Assessments and Outreach Economic Research Community Planning Management and Strategic Implementation

IED Services

How do I start a business?: Workshops and training; Confidential business advising; Market research and analysis; Access to capital; Customized services for veteran-owned, minority-��owned businesses; Technology Commercialization

How do I grow my business?: Strategic planning; Leadership development; Import competition; Loan application assistance; Employee management; B2B networking; Emerging markets; International trade

How can I help my community improve our economy?: Community needs assessment; Sustainable business planning; Emergency preparedness; Rural business development; Economic impact studies; Retail trade analysis; Capacity building; Market research and analysis

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Frank's Paving Company

Sandra and Ronnie Lopez, Owners, Frank's Paving Company “Richard Sifuentes has been a dream and is making our future very bright. Thank you for the assistance and the knowledge to grow read more...

Shawn and Donna Fluitt, Owners, Timekeepers, Inc. “Richard has helped our company in so many ways. He has guided us in human resources, business planning and many other areas. Our company read more...

Monster Mini Golf

Alex Gonzalez, Owner, Monster Mini Golf “Mark helped me realize my vision to start a Monster Mini Golf in San Antonio. I look forward to continuing to work with him and read more...

Rose Hall at Sandy Oaks Ranch

Foard Houston and Debbie Calame, Owners, Rose Hall at Sandy Oaks Ranch ”I cannot thank Ben Garza and the SBDC enough for all the support and wealth of information in helping read more...

LeMeilleur's RV, Truck and Equipment Repair Company

David and Denise LeMeilleur, Owners, LeMeilleur’s RV, Truck and Equipment Repair Company “Phillip and the SBDC were great at assisting us with our expansion. The information he was able to provide read more...

Welcome to UTSA Small Business Development Center

Entrepreneurs have access to professional and confidential business advising, a variety of quality training programs, and an extensive referral network at the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). With the addition of business advisors who live and work in your local community, success is just around the corner! Benefits of contacting your local SBDC include: